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    Using 双方 (shuāngfāng) to mean "both sides"

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    Explanation

    双方 (shuāngfāng) is a noun meaning "both sides" or "both parties." It is used when referring to two opposing or cooperating groups in negotiations, competitions, or relationships. For example, 双方马匹 means "horses of both sides."

    Examples

    • 谈判中，双方都做出了让步。

      tánpàn zhōng, shuāngfāng dōu zuòchūle ràngbù.

      In the negotiations, both sides made concessions.

    • 比赛结束后，双方的队员互相握手。

      bǐsài jiéshù hòu, shuāngfāng de duìyuán hùxiāng wòshǒu.

      After the match, players from both sides shook hands with each other.

    • 双方同意下周再开一次会。

      shuāngfāng tóngyì xià zhōu zài kāi yí cì huì.

      Both sides agreed to hold another meeting next week.

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